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Jameson Williams called out again before start of Lions' training camp
One of the biggest questions for Detroit Lions' training camp revolves around wide receiver Jameson Williams. The Lions did not notably add to their wide receiver room all offseason, so they are banking on him having a breakthrough season. A good training camp will go a long way toward Williams...
Michigan Football Announcer’s Random Tradition Made It Into College Football 25
For men in their 20's and 30's, the biggest video game this summer is one that is back after a ten year hiatus - EA Sports College Football 25. The boys are back, and excited to see that some new features have been added to the game since the last of the series was released in 2014.
10 most expensive homes sold in Wayne County, July 8-14
A house in Grosse Pointe Shores that sold for $1.1 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Wayne County in the past week. In total, 519 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $199,123, or $146 per square foot.
WARNING: Michigan Residents May Have Been Exposed To Measles, Here’s Where
Anytime there’s any kind of infectious disease or virus. It’s important to get the word out and let people know if they’ve been exposed to anything dangerous. One of the most dangerous is rubeola, or as it’s commonly known measles. Measles is probably one of the...
Metro Detroit parents sound off on high costs of school activities
(WXYZ) — The school year starts in about six weeks, and for a lot of families, that means planning for activities after school. According to a new report from Deloitte, eight out of 10 parents plan to enroll their kids in extracurriculars this year, spending an average of $582 per kid.
Michigan State Police Reopen Decades-Old Cold Case of The Disappearance of Cassandra Durham
The Michigan State Police announced this week that they are reopening the decades-long missing person cold case of Cassandra Durham. Cassandra has been missing since August 1987. According to officials and the FBI's official missing persons website, she and her boyfriend, identified only as having the initials "E.B." were traveling...
Michigan Restaurant Reopens After Being Closed a Decade Plus
It’s always sad when a beloved local restaurant or bar closes down, but then, it’s super happy news when that said restaurant or bar reopens. Such is the case with a Michigan restaurant that has reopened after being closed more than a decade. That’s such a long time to be away, but what’s nice is that regulars from this restaurant are still around and ready to support the reopened business.
Inmates impacted by staffing shortage in Michigan prisons
Mich. (WJRT) - Inmates in the Michigan Department of Corrections are voicing concerns about a staffing crisis in state prisons. ABC 12 reported on July 3rd that Michigan Corrections Officers called on Governor Gretchen Whitmer to mobilize the state's National Guard to help with staffing. The corrections officers' union said...
Detroit police want help finding missing 16-year-old girl
DETROIT – Police are seeking information about a 15-year-old girl who went missing in Detroit. Marissa Wright left her residence in the 12000 block of Northlawn Street without permission on Thursday (July 18) and failed to return home. She was last seen wearing a blue and white compression shirt...
Harris condemns ‘heinous, horrible and cowardly’ Trump assassination attempt
Vice President Harris condemned the recent assassination attempt against former President Trump at a campaign event Wednesday. “I will say a few words about the attempt on the life of former President Trump over the weekend,” Harris said at the event in Michigan. “As we all know, it was a heinous, horrible and cowardly act.…
Tigers 2025 MLB Schedule: Detroit on road for Opening Day against recently bested foe
Out of the blue on Thursday afternoon, MLB released all 30 teams' 2025 schedules. With it came the announcement of two new marquee events: the Dodgers and Cubs will head to Tokyo to open the season overseas, and Rivalry Weekend in May will see (mostly) interleague and divisional matchups play out. Stateside Opening Day will take place on March 27, and the season will conclude on Sept. 28.
That’s a wrap: Uncle Sam Jam 2024 a hit
Despite some spells of rainy weather and summer heat, Uncle Sam Jam went off with large crowds enjoying the food, midway, fireworks and activities last weekend. Held at Woodhaven Civic Center Park and one of the largest festivals held annually in the Downriver area, Uncle Sam Jam included fireworks Friday then a drone show Saturday.
In 2024 third-rounder Ondrej Becher, Detroit Red Wings see big potential
When they made their third pick in the 2024 NHL draft, the Detroit Red Wings looked to a forward with a staggering improvement in performance. Ondrej Becher finished his 2023-24 season in the Western Hockey League with 96 points, more than doubling his production from the previous year. That was enough to intrigue the Wings, who see the 20-year-old Czech winger as a late bloomer with the potential to become a scorer at the NHL level.
Detroit-Area Man Armed with Axe and Revolver Fatally Shot in Home Invasion, Stepson Acts in Defense
In a fatal confrontation in Orion Township yesterday morning, a man who aimed to harm his ex-girlfriend was shot and killed by the woman's stepson. According to CBS News Detroit, the encounter happened just after 10 a.m. at a residence on Elkhorn Lake Road. Sheriff Michael Bouchard informed that the stepson acted in defense as Galen Gavitt, 67, broke into the house wielding an axe and a revolver.
Debt Relief for Detroiters: 36th District Court’s Amnesty Program Offers Financial Relief
The 36th District Court in Detroit has rolled out an amnesty program that promises significant financial relief for many in our community. From June 24 to August 2, 2024, the Court will waive all late fees, penalties, and warrant costs upon full payment of the original amount owed. This initiative stands as a lifeline for those burdened by accumulating court costs and aims to alleviate financial stress for many Detroit residents.
The Skillman Foundation names Sarida Scott as Vice President, Program
Today we announce the hiring of Sarida Scott as Vice President, Program. In this role, Scott will provide both strategic and operational leadership to the Foundation’s program team, guiding and implementing grantmaking totaling more than $20 million annually in alignment with the organization’s mission, values, and newly launched People Powered Education strategy.
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